Tabriz Persian Antique Floral Allover Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1920 BB3752 13'6" × 15'5" $51,000

Antique Persian Tabriz rug, circa 1920, hand-knotted in wool, presents an unusually pictorial interpretation of the Tabriz weaving tradition. Its composition is organized as a continuous tableau rather than a central medallion, giving the carpet the character of a woven narrative piece.

Against the warm tan field, small figures, grazing and leaping animals, and slender trees unfold in rhythmic rows among flowering vines and delicate botanicals. Walnut brown, soft beige, muted taupe, and touches of muted blue lend clarity to the design while preserving its understated, earthy palette. The outer border remains more restrained, framing the lively interior with repeating floral and figural motifs.

This balance of ornament and structure is characteristic of finely worked Persian antique rugs from Tabriz, where precise drawing and refined color sense create depth without heaviness. The result is a decorative carpet with quiet authority, suited to formal interiors yet equally effective as a collected counterpoint in contemporary spaces.

A treasured piece from the expansive Doris Leslie Blau collection, this antique rug embodies the gallery's longstanding commitment to sourcing carpets of exceptional artistry and historical significance. DLB offers a vast selection of antique, vintage, and contemporary rugs, welcoming collectors and designers at every level.